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ABOUT YACHT LA PINTA - in their own words:
Yacht La Pinta, has been designed for the ultimate luxurious expedition adventure in the Galapagos Islands.

The 63-meter (207-foot) yacht accommodates 48 guests.

A full week discovery trip to the Galapagos Islands aboard La Pinta allows encounters with unique fauna, like the famous giant Galapagos tortoises in the wild, land and marine iguanas, flamingos, penguins, blue-footed boobies and the famous Darwin’s finches. After intense days of wildlife exploration, yacht La Pinta provides a haven of relaxation and tranquility with tastefully appointed accommodations and all the facilities for a stylish yet informal ambiance.

Guest will also enjoy the Galapagos Marine Reserve the second largest in the world with various snorkeling outings, chances for swimming and whale and dolphin watching during inter-island cruising.

La Pinta guests will cover all aspects of the Galapagos: discovery, adventure, environmental interpretation, aquatic activities, relaxation, superb service and great dining. Naturalist Guides enhance their interpretative skills with the use of state-of-the-art-expedition equipment.  Our staff embraces a spirit of adventure, while at the same time ensures that you always travel in comfort and safety.

QUICK FACTS:

Technical Specification

  • Reconstructed and refitted in Callao, Peru in 2007
  • Length:    63 meters (207 feet)
  • Beam:      12 meters (39.37 feet)
  • Gross Tonnage: 1541
  • Speed:  12 knots
  • Electricity:  110-220 Volts 50Hz
  • Navigation Equipment:   Gyrocompass, Automatic Pilot, radar, and GPS 
  • Safety Certificates:   (SOLAS, STCW, MARPOL, ISM COD 12)
  • Fire Detector:   Automatic with control from the bridge
  • Lif Jackets:   In each cabin
  • Inflatable life raft 2 x 50 and 6 x 50 persons
  • Landing Craft:   3 Pumar inflatable landing craft + glass bottom boat
  • Capacity:  48 guests
  • Cabins:  24 outside cabins, in the same deck
  • Decks:  (Sun deck, Cabin deck, Main deck) Three public decks include an ample bar-salon, dining room, natural history library, sky bar and sundeck.
  • Wellness:  Jacuzzi and exercise room
  • Crew:   24
  • Naturalists:   4
  • Medical Officer:   Permanently on board

Other services

  • Central air conditioning with individual controls in each cabin.
  • In-room safe deposit box
  • Telephone with direct international dialing
  • Closet and luggage storage space
  • Multi-channel sound system for closed circuit music and connection for personal iPods, MP3, MP4
  • Briefings and Lectures
  • Daily lectures and briefings
  • Conference room with latest A/V equipment
  • Boutique
  • Satellite Internet connection (three stations) and wireless in designated areas: Bar Lounge, Natural Histoy Library and Solarium (at additional cost)

Wellness

  • Exercise room
  • Jacuzzi, whirlpool  & Hydro massage
  • A Medical Doctor is permanently on board
  • Infirmary with advanced technology
Expedition features
  • Snorkeling equipment: masks, snorkels, flotation vests.
  • Shortie wet suits (used between June and December)
  • Glass-bottom boat
  • Sea Kayaks 
  • Natural history lectures & briefings